Éric Saint-Pierre Livres

Lecture en français langue étrangere (FLE) dans la collection Lecture CLE en français facile destinée aux grands adolescents et adultes niveau A2. Paul et Virginie Madame de la Tour et Marguerite, deux femmes rejetées par la société, ont quitté leur pays et se son installées dans l'île de France (aujourd'hui île Maurice). Elles vivent simplement et élevent ensemble leurs deux enfants, Paul et Virginie, loin des dangers de la civilisation. Paul est généreux et sensible, Virginie vertueuse et belle. Ils s'aiment depuis toujours. Mais Virginie part a Paris. Que va devenir Paul et leur bel amour? Virginie va t elle se laisser impressionner par une vie plus raffinée et plus sophistiquée?

Here the author tells the story of two children of French parentage who grow up entirely according to nature's laws on a paradise island, free from the corrupting influence of the world. They reach adolescence and fall in love. -- From back cover

Eternally slim, natural beauties, with well-behaved children and perfect soufflés--how do the French do it? Steal all their tricks (without becoming a snob!) with this humorous lifestyle guide. In all areas--from fashion to cuisine to the art of seduction--the French reign supreme in their ability to enjoy life to the fullest. So why do we love to hate the French, yet still covet their singular joie de vivre? A duo of saavy authors breaks it down for readers by dividing the French populace into relatable "tribes"--each of which offer keys to a life well-lead. To demystify the French enigma, each chapter opens with a short quiz to help readers determine their level of kinship with that particular tribe: Classic Frog, AristoChic, Vintage Bourgeois, Modern Bourgeois, Intellectual, Feel-Good Bohemian, or Foodie. With tongue-in-cheek humor, the authors divulge the enviable Gallic secrets so that readers can integrate elements of an iconic French wardrobe, infallible recipes, life-enhancing rituals, cult products, and personal style tips into their daily routine. Offering insight with verve and wit, this book is replete with facts and practical tips for assimilating the best of what France has to offer. The volume is completed by a guide to the best addresses in France and online for quintessentially French inspiration.